SULLIVAN JKA
KARATE DOJO

I am incredibly grateful to Terri – Lee for all the guidance, dedication and support she has given me throughout my journey. She has pushed me beyond my limits which enabled me to achieve my first black belt (Shodan). Terri – Lee believed that I could achieve this milestone even when I had my doubts, she helped me overcome my weaknesses and constantly reminded me to believe in myself and stay committed.

Reaching Shodan has been a challenging and rewarding experience that I now use to instruct karateka at the very same dojo.

What I love most about Terri – Lee is that her teaching goes beyond karate.

The JKA style karate is practiced world-wide, and teaches discipline, character, fitness and focus. For higher belts, in the elite category, contact fighting is a good introduction to self-defense, but mostly control, good technique, and how to avoid fights.

The professional committed way in which Sensei conducts herself is what makes me write this review. Our son qualified at the Western Province trials last year and also medaled at the national tournament held in Johannesburg.

This weekend he is also taking part in the WP trials. Thank you, Sensei, for what you put it.

Karate has taught them discipline, perseverance, self-confidence and respect, while developing both mental resilience and physical strength. It has given them the ability to face challenges with greater focus, determination and composure—qualities that extend far beyond the dojo and into everyday life.

What makes Sullivan JKA Dojo truly special, however, is the dedication and passion of Sensei Terry-Lee Sullivan. Her commitment to her students, her patience, discipline and genuine desire to see each individual grow is evident in everything she does.

I have seen firsthand how Karate has strengthened not only Anel and Leroux's bodies, but also their minds and character. For us as a family, Sullivan JKA Dojo has become so much more than a place to learn Karate—it has been a place where confidence is built, character is shaped, and lifelong values are developed.

I could not recommend Sensei Terry-Lee Sullivan and Sullivan JKA Dojo more highly.